In our continuing series on role the environment plays in thoracic oncology, Dr. Roselle De Guzman outlines the risks posed by our changing climate and the potential benefits of taking a proactive approach to reduce those risks. Read more
Dr. Leticia Nogueira says the time has come for the lung cancer community to champion environmentally responsible practices that help mitigate cancer risks and outcomes. Read more
Dr. Lucia Viola says that access to genomic profiling is crucial for gathering information about patients who do not smoke. Read more
Dr. Stella Martinez recently shared the latest data and explored the challenges and opportunities in lung cancer surgery in Latin America. Read more
The American Cancer Society’s Dr. Leticia Nogueira says lung cancer epitomizes the severe and inescapable threats climate change pose to cancer control activities. Read more
Dr. Li said a considerable global burden of asbestos-related lung cancers and mesothelioma persists, even as beneficial impact of national asbestos bans are awaited. Read more
Dr. Yixian Crystal Chen recently presented results that demonstrate fine particulate matter poses health risks, even for those with no smoking history. Read more
Dr. Leticia Nogueira and other experts explored non-tobacco factors that are playing a role in our evolving knowledge during a WCLC 24 plenary session. Read more
During ESMO Congress 2022, Prof. Charles Swanton shared data that show cells with EGFR and KRAS gene mutations can turn cancerous when exposed to pollution from the burning of fossil fuels. Read more
The association strongly recommends Europe include low-dose CT in revised screening recommendations. Read more